How much does it cost for nannies to use Sittercity?

Nannies can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Nannies have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on nannies as well.

How much do nannies make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, nannies in the US typically charge $19.00 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are nanny taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books". Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

A nanny is a child care provider who has a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a nanny position and career. You could work part-time or full-time, live-in or out, temporary or ongoing for an extended amount of time. You could be an au pair, overnight nanny, or newborn care specialist. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or you could be a travel nanny.

When do nannies work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, nannies could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do nannies find jobs?

On Sittercity, nannies can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many nannies will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things nannies do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that nannies do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can nannies make extra money?

There are a few ways that nannies can make some extra income. They can be available for one-time sittings outside of their normal schedule for when families have date nights or meetings. They can also help to coordinate a nanny share with other families. In a nanny share, a nanny typically receives two-thirds of their hourly rate from each family, thereby increasing how much they make per hour.

$24–28/hr
Manasquan, NJ • 8 miles away

Nanny M-F 730am to 430pm

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Family of 4 kids, looking for nanny for 2 younger ones: older two in school
Caring for toddler and infant, sick care, light housekeeping and meal prep.

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$21–32/hr
Fair Haven, NJ • 18 miles away

Fair Haven Full Time Nanny for one child...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We have a sweet family in Fair Haven in search of a Full Time Nanny for their one child age 3 Months. Feb 2025 Long term, multiple years into the future. M-F 9am to 5pm 40 guaranteed hours

Requirements: •Pets: none
•Meals: eventually for child
•Laundry: for child
•Light Housekeeping: only... More

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$24–26/hr
Trenton, NJ • 22 miles away

Split schedule full time nanny in...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School

Hi! We are a family of (soon to be) 5 in Robbinsville NJ! We have a 6 year old daughter, 4 year old son, and baby girl due January 2025. We are seeking full time help as we transition to this next phase in our family life.

** we will pay an extra hours worth of work to accommodate for the extra... More

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$25/hr
Lincroft, NJ • 14 miles away

Nanny needed 2 days per week

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Part Time Nanny needed in Lincroft, NJ
Looking to start As Soon As Possible.
Working Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm or 8:30am-4:30pm
The nanny will primarily care for their 1 year old girl. Additional responsibilities include light tidying and handling the baby's laundry during her nap... More

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$18–25/hr
Trenton, NJ • 21 miles away

Nanny needed for 4 kids in wrightstown, NJ

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School

Nanny needed for 4 kids. 3 toddlers and 1 elementary school age just after care. Preferably someone with experience with multiples. Reliability is important, we would like someone who can commit to the job and the hours. Please serious inquiries only.

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$18–22/hr
Matawan, NJ • 18 miles away

Spanish Speaking Daytime Nanny For Newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! We are expecting our first child at the end of November, and are hoping to hire a nanny once he is 3 months old. We are hoping to hire someone who speaks Spanish and has experience working with newborns. Requirements: CPR certification. We live in Matawan. Thank you so much!

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$18–25/hr
Port Monmouth, NJ • 20 miles away

Sitter for 5 month old baby girl.

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

5 month old baby girl. Two working parents who both work hybrid schedules so one of us is always home.
We are looking for someone who has experience with infants that can watch our baby during the work day Monday through Thursday.

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$20–22/hr
Red Bank, NJ • 16 miles away

Part-time nanny for an energetic toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School More...

The ideal candidate would be a flexible, nurturing, reliable, organized, creative & a proactive nanny. Duties would include feeding, changing, general care for baby, light housekeeping such as laundry and meal prep for family, cleaning toys/play areas, cleaning dishes. Toddler experience preferred.... More

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$18–25/hr
Monmouth Beach, NJ • 17 miles away

Looking for a Nanny by the Shore

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

Hello -We are a family with 3 girls - 12, 14 & 16 looking for a nanny.

Start day is flexible - was looking in advance for December as we currently have a provider.

For musts: you must have your own car, be responsible & love big dogs :)
Most of the role is lunch ish to evening. At times... More

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$18–22/hr
Fair Haven, NJ • 18 miles away

Long term nanny for 8-month-old girl - 4...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! Our family is looking for a new nanny/babysitter to watch our 8 month old daughter Monday - Thursday (4) days a week approximately 30 hours a week. We are looking for someone who is kind, caring, and a positive attitude. Ideally an individual who has previous childcare experience, CPR/First... More

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Nanny M-F 730am to 430pm

Nanny M-F 730am to 430pm

Fair Haven Full Time Nanny for one child...

Fair Haven Full Time Nanny for one child...

Split schedule full time nanny in...

Split schedule full time nanny in...

Nanny needed 2 days per week

Nanny needed 2 days per week

Nanny needed for 4 kids in wrightstown, NJ

Nanny needed for 4 kids in wrightstown, NJ

Spanish Speaking Daytime Nanny For Newborn

Spanish Speaking Daytime Nanny For Newborn

Sitter for 5 month old baby girl.

Sitter for 5 month old baby girl.

Part-time nanny for an energetic toddler

Part-time nanny for an energetic toddler

Looking for a Nanny by the Shore

Looking for a Nanny by the Shore

Long term nanny for 8-month-old girl - 4...

Long term nanny for 8-month-old girl - 4...

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What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

When do nannies work?

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What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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